RMHUC Speaker Series: Dr. Peter Hanson, PhD
"The Growth of Partisan Polarization in Congress: Implications for American Politics"
Dr. Peter Hanson, PhD, former assistant to Senate Democratic Leader Tom Daschle (D-SD) and faculty in the Department of Political Science at the University of Denver.
Come early for refreshments and conversation beginning at 6:30PM
No charge for event; Space limited to 68 people.
Session Summary:
1. Causes and consequences of partisan polarization in the United States in both Congress and the public.
2. How modern polarization is the result of a decades-long process of societal change in the United States.
3. Strengthening of political parties in Congress, a rise in partisan obstruction, and the development of new legislative strategies aimed at steamrolling minority opposition.
4. A look ahead to the presidential elections of 2012.
About the Speaker:
Dr. Peter Hanson, PhD is an Assistant Professor of Political Science at the University of Denver who specializes in American Politics, Public Law and Political Behavior. He received his PhD from the University of California, Berkeley in 2010 and a graduate of Harvard with an A.B. in Social Studies. From 1996-2002, he was an assistant to Senate Democratic Leader Tom Daschle (D-SD), specializing in appropriations and environmental policy.
About the Series:
The speaker series is an opportunity to hear your fellow alumni present topics of expertise or special interest. It will also provide members the chance to connect with fellow alumni, form new connections, ask questions and participate in lively discussion. Many thanks to all the RMHUC alumni who have volunteered their time to present! Topics range from American Politics to Cosmic Voids to Stem Cell Therapy and more. We are truly amazed at the response and the incredible topics you will be sharing with us.